Gallatin stormwater project to mitigate downtown flooding

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), in partnership with the city of Gallatin, will begin construction this year on a major stormwater improvement project at Triple Creek Park aimed at reducing flooding impacts in downtown and other downstream areas along Town Creek. The project includes construction of a large stormwater berm upstream of Town Creek, which parallels Highway 31E through the city. While the berm is located within Triple Creek Park, its primary purpose is to reduce flood severity in low-lying commercial and industrial areas downstream, including portions of North Water Avenue, Lyons Street, and surrounding corridors. Construction is expected to begin in the first half of the year and be completed during the summer. The project is part of a USACE stormwater initiative focused on Town Creek and  supports future recreational development adjacent to Triple Creek Park.